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Shrimp Asparagus Dijonnaise

Enter a shrimp fillo (phyllo) recipe in the May Monthly Fillo Recipe Madness Contest on www.phyllo.com Number of Servings:  15 Ingredients:  1/3 cup light mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice 4 ounces fresh asparagus stalks (about 5) 15 Athens® Mini Fillo Shells (1 box) 15 cooked shrimp (70/90 ct.) Instructions:  Enter a shrimp fillo (phyllo) recipe in the May Monthly Fillo Recipe Madness Contest on phyllo.com.  To make dijonnaise dressing, in a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest and lemon juice.  Steam asparagus. Cut off tips (reserve for garnish) and cut remaining stalk into ¼-inch slices. Toss asparagus slices with half of Dijonnaise dressing. Spoon 1 teaspoon asparagus pieces into each Fillo Shell. Garnish with 1/2 teaspoon of Dijonnaise, 1 shrimp and 1 asparagus tip. Serve immediately. Source: Athens Foods

Tarantula Legs with Monster Mash Dipping Sauce

Kids will love this finger food dinner with a yummy dipping sauce! This Halloween serve your hungry little ghosts and goblins this easy cocktail-style shrimp with "Monster Mash" tartar dipping sauce. Number of Servings:  4 Ingredients:  Tarantula Legs 1 pound cooked medium or large shrimp, peeled. Monster Mash Dipping Sauce 1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 3 tablespoons skim milk 3 tablespoons chopped onions 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish 1/4 cup chopped pimento 3 Tablespoons chopped parsley 1 tablespoon dry mustard Instructions:  Monster Mash Dipping Sauce In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well. Chill and serve. Serving size: 1/4 cup Nutrition Information:  Tarantula Legs Calories: 84 Protein: 18g Carbohydrates: 0g Total Fat: 0.9g Sodium: 191mg Fiber: 0g Cholesterol: 166mg Monster Mash Dipping Sauce Calories: 34 Protein: 0g Carbohydrates: 7g Total Fat: 0 Sodium: 298mg; Calories from fat: 7% Fiber: 1g Cholesterol: 0mg

Steamed Shrimp with Soy-Ginger Sauce

Try this delicious meal any night of the week! Number of Servings:  4 Ingredients:  1 pound medium or large shrimp, peeled 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 can beer Soy-Ginger Sauce 1/4 cup vegetable oil 4 tablespoons soy sauce 1/2 cup finely chopped green onion, tops included 1 tablespoon finely shredded ginger root Instructions:  Mix tarragon, salt, celery seed and cayenne in small bowl. Place shrimp in single layer on oiled steamer rack. Sprinkle with seasonings. Place in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Bring beer to boil in bottom of steamer. Place rack in steamer and cover. Steam until shrimp are done, about 5 minutes. Serve with sauce for dipping. Soy-Ginger Sauce In small bowl, combine oil, soy sauce, onion and ginger. Marinate at least 30 minutes before using.

Steamed and Spiced Shrimp

Try this recipe to add some spice to your appetite! Number of Servings:  40 Ingredients:  1 Pound raw medium-size shrimp in the shell 2 Teaspoons oil 1 Tablespoon prepared seafood seasoning or recipe below Seafood seasoning 1 1/2 teaspoons celery salt 3/4 teaspoons paprika 3/4 teaspoon dry ground mustard 1/8 teaspoon ground hot pepper (cayenne) Instructions:  Coat shrimp with oil, toss with seafood seasoning. Place shrimp on a steamer rack over boiling water. Reduce heat and steam, covered , about 2-3 minutes or until bright pink and opaque throughout. Serve warm with your favorite spicy cocktail sauce. Seafood seasoning Combine all ingredients. Makes about 1 tablespoon. Nutrition Information:  Calories: 147 Cholesterol: 173mg Sodium: 733mg

Shrimp & Slaw Lettuce Wraps

Shrimp & Slaw Lettuce Wraps Number of Servings:  4 Ingredients:  2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons lite soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger One 16-ounce bag broccoli slaw 1 pound small cooked shrimp, fresh or frozen, thawed 1/2 cup water 8 Boston Bibb or iceberg lettuce leaves, washed and dried 1/3 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped Instructions:  Whisk together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, garlic powder and ginger until well blended. Set aside. Place a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli slaw and water and cook, stirring frequently until tender, about 6 minutes. Add the shrimp and the sauce (rewhisk if necessary) and stir constantly until heated through and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Divide the shrimp mixture evenly among the lettuce leaves, top with peanuts, roll up, and serve. Nutrition Information:  310 calories; 11g fat (1.5g saturated) 720mg sodium 23g carbohydrates 6g fiber 30g protein 110% vitamin A 150% vitamin C 25% iron

Ask a dietition

  • I am finally convinced that the cholesterol found in shrimp isn’t going to raise my blood cholesterol and may actually decrease my risk of heart disease.  Are there any other nutrients found in shrimp that can make me healthier?
    Happy Holidays!
    Ralph C.

We already know that shrimp is low in fat and calories. But if you are concerned about cholesterol, there is good news. You do not have to give up shrimp! Research shows and dietitians concur that the high percentage of "good fats" in shrimp reduces the impact of cholesterol. So enjoy shrimp as part of a balanced - and delicious - diet.